19 Mar 2016 : Author Interview - Indian Express

Scars Do Heal - Author Interview Extracts

Her novel deals with the life of Sonal Kapoor, a woman with a difficult past. The protagonist meets Dr Ryan Percy, a man with ‘baggage’ of his own. “Everyone needs love and the book will be a self-help book on how to give and accept love,” she shares.

The purpose of the book is two-fold. “Firstly, I wanted to create awareness about what survivors face after sexual assault — from physical changes to mental trauma. Secondly, I wanted to convey a powerful message that there is hope even if the survivor feels everything is lost.”

Writing her first book on a sensitive subject, Shilpa says the journey has changed her life.

17 Mar 2016 : Extract of book review - Polka Junction

.......How Sonal being a rape survivor has to move out of the country to avoid public humiliation-shows the irony of living in a society which accepts the rapist but not the rape victim! During the course of the story the writer has very rightfully stressed upon the rehabilitation stages in a rape victim’s life through the character of Sonal’s therapist which is very conceivable and helps to sensitize the readers on the issue.......

01 Mar 2016 : 25K followers on Twitter

28 Feb 2016 : thebetterindia.com

Shilpa Menon wrote about her reaction to Nirbhaya’s gang rape and her motivation behind writing her book Scars Do Heal.

Read about Author's post featured in The Better India here: http://www.thebetterindia.com/46689/story-nirbhayas-death-pushed-write-book-gender-violence/

27 Feb 2016 : 3 Million+ Video Views

This video trailer of Scars Do Heal on Twitter went viral. 16k+ retweets & Over 3 Million Views as at date. Thank you for the support. In case you haven't seen the trailer do watch at http://www.twitter.com/author_shilpa

27 Feb 2016 : Book Event Hyderabad

An event hosted by Ananda Foundation - An initiative by R,E.A.D - Hyderabad's newest and exciting book club presented a panel discussion & book reading session to eradicate women abuse. The event was held at Meghavi O'Cafe - Hyderabad on 27th February 2016

24 Feb 2016 : Fempowerment Awards

Author's message on hope & healing on www.fempowermentawards.com

14 Feb 2016 : Twitter Contest Winners

Winners of the Valentine's Day contest on Twitter - merchandise giveaway